Hulu is kicking off 2026 with a strong lineup that mixes emotional finales, gripping thrillers, and fresh originals. Whether you’re looking for intense drama or edge-of-your-seat suspense, January has plenty to keep you hooked. Here’s your complete guide to the biggest Hulu highlights for the month.
The Handmaid’s Tale – Final Season Tease & Return
The groundbreaking dystopian series starring Elisabeth Moss as June Osborne is heading into its final chapter. Hulu has confirmed the sixth and final season will premiere in early 2026, with the first teaser already dropping in late 2025.
What to expect:
- June’s final fight against Gilead
- Closure for key characters like Serena Joy (Yvonne Strahovski)
- Expanded world-building with new colonies and resistance groups
- Emotional, high-stakes storytelling that has defined the series
Why it’s a big deal: After five seasons of critical acclaim and Emmy wins, fans are eager for the conclusion. The teaser shows June in a new, darker phase – signaling an intense endgame.
New Thrillers & Originals Heating Up January
Hulu is leaning heavily into psychological suspense and crime drama this month.
Your Fault (Culpa Tuya) – January 2026 The sequel to My Fault continues the forbidden romance between Noah and Nick. Expect more passion, family secrets, and dramatic tension. Perfect for fans of steamy YA adaptations.
The Gorge – January 2026 A high-concept thriller starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Miles Teller as snipers guarding a mysterious gorge. Directed by Scott Derrickson (Doctor Strange), it blends action, horror, and sci-fi. Early buzz calls it one of the most unique thrillers of the year.
The Signal – Returning & New Episodes The German sci-fi mystery series continues in January with more episodes exploring the strange signals from space. Atmospheric and mind-bending – great for fans of Dark or The OA.
Other January Additions
- The Amazing Digital Circus – Animated series gaining cult status
- Department Q – Danish crime thriller adaptation
- Licensed classics like The Sixth Triple Eight (historical drama) and more holiday carryover titles
Why Hulu Is the Go-To Platform This January
Hulu’s strength lies in blending originals with licensed content. The final season of The Handmaid’s Tale gives it prestige drama, while new thrillers like The Gorge and Your Fault deliver bingeable excitement.
Pro tip: Pair The Handmaid’s Tale rewatch with The Gorge for a weekend of intense storytelling.
Which Hulu title are you most excited for in January? Let us know in the comments!
